Kid-Friendly Cruises for Single Parents
As Family Cruises have become more popular, cruise lines have expanded
their child-oriented offerings. Consider the features most likely to
appeal to your kids, and choose the most kid-friendly
cruise for your family.
For young children, childcare may be provided, often for an extra fee. You may find cribs, highchairs, and booster seats on board. Baby food may also be available. Some ships may have separate kids-only wading pools.
Elementary age children will find a wealth of activities to choose from. Many ships have separate areas set aside for these kids with trained counselors that can watch your kids for a large portion of the day and evening, usually for no additional fee.
Kids of all ages may enjoy sports such as volleyball, miniature golf, skating rinks, rock climbing, ping pong, and basketball. Swimming is popular with children and waterparks are even available on some ships.
Classes are offered on most ships. These might include arts and crafts, foreign languages, or a bridge tour. Kids may also have access to computers.
Movies, arcades, video games, karaoke, and other activities may be available. Special parties may be held such as dances or slumber parties.
Teens may have designated areas which could include large screen televisions, video games, and computers. Teen discos are available on some ships.
Food is a large part of the cruise experience, A cruise with food available most of the time could be useful if your kid's don't have regular mealtimes. Separate restaurants or even ice cream parlors could save the family from some trips to the large dining rooms where kids may not want to sit still through a five-course dinner. Separate kids menus can give you a more kid-friendly cruise if you have picky eaters.
Beepers or walkie talkies in order for families to stay in touch are a nice feature. If your ship doesn't provide them, you may want to bring your own.
Amenities for children differ from ship to ship. Be sure to select a ship that offers the most kid-friendly cruise for your family.
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